President Biden's fitness for office will be tested during the NATO summit in Washington this week, with concerns raised about his age and performance. The summit aims to project strength against threats from Russia and China.
Key Points
Biden faces scrutiny over his fitness for office amid calls to drop out of the race
Summit aims to address threats from Russia and China, strengthen NATO alliances
Focus on Ukraine's defense and countering Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific
Pros
Biden credited with uniting allies against Russian invasion of Ukraine
Summit focuses on demonstrating support for Ukraine and countering Chinese influence
Commitments for air defense support for Ukraine and boosting NATO capabilities expected
Cons
Concerns raised about Biden's age and performance, particularly after a weak debate with Trump
Debate over Biden's future risks overshadowing the summit's objectives
Democratic lawmakers and allies questioning Biden's ability to lead